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Why Can’t I Go to School?: A Printable Story

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Why Can’t I Go to School?: A Printable Story

NEW: NOW AVAILABLE IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES

To keep staff and students safe and minimize the spread of COVID-19, many schools around the world have closed their doors. For children, this abrupt disruption to routine can feel confusing and scary. This printable story answers the question, “Why Can’t I Go to School?” in simple and reassuring terms.

Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor Abbi Kruse created this resource to answer, “Why Can’t I Go to School?” for students at The Playing Field in Madison, Wisconsin. The story was then translated into multiple languages by students and staff in the University of Wisconsin System.

Age

  • Ages 2 and up

Helps with

  • Addressing uncertainty and soothing anxiety

Use

  • Helping children understand why they can’t go to school through reassuring language and age-appropriate information

Format

  • Printable instructions and story

Materials

  • Printed Why Can’t I Go to School? story
  • Stapler OR hole punch and string (optional)
  • Photos of your child at school (optional)

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